May 10, 2021
Notice re: Changes to Fee Schedule
Building Bylaw 5320 – Schedule A – Fees was recently updated. The fee revisions have been derived by comparison of the CRD’s existing values to neighbouring Regional Districts and reflect a median value. The fee revision will align the CRD with neighbouring Regional Districts and support the user pay concept. The entire Fee Schedule is attached to this bulletin, but the main changes are highlighted below.
- Minimum Permit Fee: Increased from $80 to $200
- Mobile Homes – Non-Refundable Application Fee of $200 plus a Mobile Home Permit Fee of $300. Total Fees: $500
- Building Relocation Fee: Increased from $35 to $200
- Wood Stove Chimney Permit: Increased from $95 to $150
- Demolition Permit: Increased from $80 to $150
- Permit Transfer Fee: Increased from $35 to $200
- Special Inspection Fee created: Cost is $150
a) This includes voluntary inspections, change of occupancy inspections, site visits, etc.
Another new item added is the Permit Surcharge Fee. This fee will be charged to all permits at time of issuance and is fully refundable if the permit passes a final inspection and is closed within 36 months of the date of permit issuance. The surcharge fees are:
(a) $200 where the construction value is less than $10,000;
(b) $500 where the construction value is from $10,000 to $350,000; or
(c) $2,000 where the construction value is in excess of $350,000.
These fees will come into effect May 17, 2021. To view the full schedule of fees, click on this link: Schedule of Fees. If you have any questions regarding this bylaw revision, please contact the Building Department in the Williams Lake office at 250-392-3351.
PDF Version: 2021-05-10 Changes to Fee Schedule
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